The Leadership Experience: Presented by ASID (EXP) is the ultimate event for design professionals of all career stages, from seasoned professionals to rising stars. EXP puts the spotlight on you by focusing on the idea that when you are your best self, you can successfully lead others.

Experience learning opportunities custom-tailored for your individual goals, whether they include Leading Yourself, Leading Your Team, or Leading Your Firm, taught by experienced faculty presenters. EXP offers a unique opportunity to spark creativity, growth, and self-improvement.

Opening Keynote

Shantell Martin

Artist, Innovator, Cultural Facilitator

Below the surface of Shantell Martin’s signature black and white drawings is an artists’ inquiry into the role of artist and viewer, where a work of art is more than an object of admiration disconnected from its inception. With a meditative process defined by an uninhibited flow, her compositions embody her internal state and the impermanence of the world around her. Exploring themes such asnintersectionality, identity, and play, Martin is a cultural facilitator, forging new connections between fine art, education, design, philosophy, and technology.

THE EXPERIENCE

ASID has disrupted the traditional conference format and has rethought how to best help you learn and advance in the profession. Discover Atlanta as you participate in experiential learning opportunities including curated design tours, health and wellness activities, and peer-to-peer networking events.

The Curriculum

EXP incites development through a rich blend of programming and personal connections. Through thoughtful disruption of your daily routine and process, EXP is the ultimate platform for career and personal growth.

Learn to be your own advocate, understand the ins and outs of the design industry, and set the groundwork for success as a person and an employee.

Learn to nurture your employees, lead with forethought, and inspire those around you to perform their best work.

Learn to think radically, expand your business thoughtfully, and stay true to your vision as a leader and designer.

Exclusive for FY2019 ASID Chapter Board Leaders: Learn to develop your chapter, make an impact on the local design community, and work in tandem with ASID Headquarters to provide the best possible outlet for industry professional education.